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Social care provider holds heart-warming community soup event
A social care provider hosted a Soup Event at Westmead Day Centre to bring the community together and give…
One in seven hospitals charges for disabled parking
One in seven hospital sites now charges for disabled parking, an increase of 12 per cent in a year.
The figures, from NHS Digital,…
A deal which could transform the learning disability sector
Tech and care industries unite to unveil case for a deal which could transform the learning disability sector.
A new report is being launched in Parliament today setting out the case for a…
Unique salon for people with learning disabilities opens its doors
Bradford’s first beauty salon exclusively for adults with learning disabilities has opened its doors with the help of celebrity hairdresser, Andrew…
Countryfile to Salute RDA in its 50th Anniversary Year
BBC Countryfile is to honour RDA in its 50th anniversary year with a programme dedicated to the charity and its work. The episode, which airs on Sunday 28 July…
Historic Northumberland port receives green makeover thanks to local mental health charity
A local mental health charity has been helping to make environmental improvements to the landscape around Northumberland’s biggest port.
Service users from…
Disabled people must have better access to public transport before London car-free day
A leading not-for-profit business and disability organisation is calling on the London Mayor disabled…
Construction worker braved the shave for mental health charity
Stuart McEwan, 51, braved the shave and shaved off his much-beloved beard in aid of…
Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity receives backing
Robert Walters Group UK has named the Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity as its official UK charity for 2019.
The charity supports under 5s…
Government To Introduce Natasha's Law
A new law will require food businesses to include full ingredients labelling on pre-packaged foods, Environment Secretary Michael Gove announced today in a drive to protect the country’s two…
PM launches disability policy overhaul
Prime Minister Theresa May has revealed plans to enhance the lives of those living with a disability in the UK, announcing the launch of an Equalities Hub in Parliament.
With around a…
SurreyIDEA Will Help Social Mobility as the First of its Kind in Europe
A ground-breaking initiative from the University of Surrey is launching an inspiring innovation and digital enterprise academy,…
New Film Launched To Celebrate Disability Football
The Football Association [The FA] has today released an inspiring new film to celebrate disability football ahead of the 2019 FA Disability Cup, which will take place at St. George’s Park on…
A tribute to disability activist Professor Mike Oliver
UCan2’s Jenni Meredith on the legacy of disability activist Professor Mike Oliver, and the future of disability rights in the UK under new Disabilities Minister Justin Tomlinson as Brexit looms…
Fellowship award offered by children’s disability partnership
An exciting new funding partnership will see dedicated investment of £270,000 ring-fenced specifically to help children with disabilities across the UK.
The…
Princess Anne Launches 50th Anniversary Tartan for Riding for the Disabled Association
HRH Princess Anne Launches 50th Anniversary Tartan for Riding for the Disabled Association in Scotland
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CMG and Regard Campaign For Change
CMG and Regard, a leading provider of support for people with learning disabilities and associated complex needs, is proudly supporting self-advocacy group – Campaign 4 Change – which is led by 11…
Double Success for Group SRS at Care at Home & Housing Support Awards
Two outstanding people from Group SRS (Scottish Recruitment Solutions) have been shortlisted for a Care at Home & Housing Support Award from Scottish Care. Jill Summers and Gail Millar are…
Care home residents sings for Parkinsons sufferers
A CARE home resident has rekindled her love of singing after joining a choir dedicated to raising awareness of Parkinsons disease.
Barbara Millican thought she would never sing in a choir…